[garage_engineer]

Originally Posted by BlackAttack

This is an awesome build. I just bought an 88 firebird. So, I will be following the progression very closely.

One comment/question about the sub frame. I know that on first gen's, the budget way to add strength to the sub frame is to seam weld it. Is this feasible for the 3rd gen's? I have also seen it done on dirt modifieds with Chevelle clips. It might be worth it since its already out.

Keep up the good work!

Thanks for the comments! Glad to see another 3rd gen F-body getting into the scene. I'll keep that in mind for the K-member... I haven't seen that done but doesn't mean it's not a good idea. I'll definitely look into it.

Originally Posted by SSLance

Not sure if you have decided on coating materials for the underhood area but I really like and recommend Eastwood products. While their aerosol paint cans are a bit pricier than other options, they go a lot further and lay down a much nicer and stronger coating. I usually clean with their "Pre", put a coat of "rust encapsulator" down if surface is suspect and final coat with either "chassis black" or "underhood black" which are both very nice factory looking finishes.

Thanks for the tips Lance. I'm actually in the process of researching what paint to use. I've used the Eastwood regimen in the past like you mentioned and it worked awesome. It is pricey though, and I have a bunch of pieces to paint. I've also heard good things about Farm and Implement paint... looks a lot cheaper but I haven't used it yet. POR15 is another option as well but also big bucks.